Listen "Bloated or Restless in Autumn? Here’s Why and How a Gentle Cleanse Helps"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textupdated from previous title: Why You Might Need an Ayurvedic Autumn Cleanse 🎙️Show Notes🎧 KeywordsAyurveda, autumn cleanse, seasonal health, digestion, wellness, Vata imbalance, cleansing rituals, holistic health, women’s health, natural remedies✨ SummaryIn this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel explores why an Ayurvedic autumn cleanse can make such a difference as the seasons change. You’ll learn why autumn often feels unsettling, the signs of Vata imbalance (think dry skin, restless sleep, and scattered energy), and how a cleanse helps you feel grounded and nourished.Katja also shares simple daily practices and seasonal foods to reset digestion, explains how autumn cleansing differs from spring, and answers common questions — including the one everyone asks: “Can I eat meat during the cleanse?”Whether you’re new to Ayurveda or looking for a seasonal reset, this episode offers practical tools to help you step into autumn with more calm, clarity, and resilience.🌿 TakeawaysAutumn’s cool, dry energy can stir up discomforts like dry skin, bloating, and restless sleep.An Ayurvedic autumn cleanse clears residual summer heat and supports digestion.Autumn cleansing is nourishing (not reducing) — unlike spring cleansing.Grounding foods such as kitchari, root vegetables, and leafy greens are key.Vata imbalance is behind many autumn discomforts.Simple practices — oil massage, warm drinks, gentle yoga — ease the transition.A 7-day cleanse creates real shifts, while a short reset offers only light relief.Cleansing is about nourishment, not deprivation.Preparing now builds resilience for the winter months.A guided cleanse offers support, structure, and accountability.🔊 Sound bites“A seven-day cleanse creates real shifts.”“Cleansing is not about deprivation.”“Wouldn’t it be wonderful to head into winter with steadiness?”“Stay rooted in the seasons.”⏱️ Chapters00:00 Welcome + Why autumn cleansing matters 01:00 The discomforts of autumn (Vata imbalance) 03:00 Spring vs autumn cleanse: what’s different 05:30 Fire + wind: how summer heat and autumn winds stir each other up 08:00 Practical first steps to balance digestion 10:30 What happens in a 7-day autumn cleanse 13:00 Common cleansing questions answered 15:00 Final thoughts + invitation to join the cleanseReferences:Agni and Ama – Fire Up Digestion and Eliminate Toxins NaturallyHow to Nurture Your Senses with Ayurveda and Yoga7-Day Ayurvedic Autumn CleanseSeasonal Ayurvedic Recipes✉️ Want more seasonal Ayurveda & Yoga tips like this? Subscribe to my Sunday Read 🎁 Get my free guide: My 5 Quick Ayurvedic Fixes from Scattered to Steady Practical tips to feel calmer, clearer, and more like yourself — without overhauling your life. 👉 GET THE FREE GUIDE HERE 🎙️ Rooted in the Seasons is created by Katja Patel at Zest for Yoga & Ayurveda. Explore more episodes at zestforyoga.com/podcast
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